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- Page 1 WLS-DMX Pro G5 transceiver user manual...
- Page 2 Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 22.11.2019, ID: 464173...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................4 1.1 Further information........................... 5 1.2 Notational conventions........................6 1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 7 Safety instructions............................. 9 Features............................... 14 Installation..............................15 Starting up..............................16 Connections and controls........................20 Operating..............................26 Technical specifications........................29 Plug and connection assignments.................... -
Page 4: General Information
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐ fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de. transceiver... -
Page 5: Further Information
General information 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly. -
Page 6: Notational Conventions
General information 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Instructions The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is indented and highlighted by an arrow. -
Page 7: Symbols And Signal Words
General information 1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual. Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided. - Page 8 General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. transceiver...
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Page 9: Safety Instructions
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended for the wireless transmission of DMX signals in lighting systems. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use. - Page 10 Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged.
- Page 11 Safety instructions NOTICE! Risk of fire Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames. WLS-DMX Pro G5...
- Page 12 Safety instructions NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specified in the chapter ‘Technical specifications’...
- Page 13 Safety instructions NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user.
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Page 14: Features
Features Features Special features of the device: Wireless Solution G5 radio unit Switchable operating mode: Transmitter or receiver Wireless signal transmission in frequency range 2.4 GHz free of interference Latency-free wireless transmission of DMX signals Toll-free operation in the EU and NAFTA countries, no permit required Supports RDM Operation via buttons on the unit Key lock to protect against accidental change of operating mode... -
Page 15: Installation
Installation Installation Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively. -
Page 16: Starting Up
Starting up Starting up Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards. transceiver... - Page 17 Starting up Point-to-point connection Connect a device configured as transmitter to the DMX output of your DMX controller and a device configured as receiver to the DMX input of the first DMX device in the DMX chain that is to be controlled. In this point-to-point configuration the DMX signal from one transmitter is sent to one receiver.
- Page 18 Starting up Point-to-multipoint connection Connect a device configured as transmitter to the DMX output of your DMX controller and a device configured as receiver to the DMX input of the first respective DMX device in the DMX chains that are to be controlled. In this point-to-multipoint configuration the DMX signal from one transmitter is sent to several receivers.
- Page 19 Starting up DMX chain Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one and so on, to form a series connection. Make sure that the output of the last DMX device in the chain is terminated by a resistor (110 Ω, ¼...
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Page 20: Connections And Controls
Connections and controls Connections and controls Front panel transceiver... - Page 21 Connections and controls 1 Antenna 2 Control LEDs [LINK] Meaning while device operates as Transmitter: Flashing: The device tries to set up a transmission path to a receiver. Constant light: Transmission path active to a receiver. Off: Transmission path inactive to a receiver. Meaning while device operates as Receiver: Flashing: The device tries to set up a transmission path to a transmitter.
- Page 22 Connections and controls [DATA] Meaning while device operates as Transmitter: Constant light: DMX signal is or was present. Off: No DMX signal present Meaning while device operates as Receiver: Constant light: DMX signal is being received. Off: No DMX signal is being received. [RDM] The LED lights up when the transceiver and the connected device receive an RDM signal.
- Page 23 Connections and controls 4 Button to toggle Transmitter and Receiver / [TX]/[RX] and to enable or disable the key lock. The LED [TX] is lit: The device operates as Transmitter. The LED [RX] is lit: The device operates as Receiver. The button lights up red when key lock is activated.
- Page 24 Connections and controls Rear panel transceiver...
- Page 25 Connections and controls 7 Lockable input socket (Power Twist TR1) for mains power connection. 8 Fuse holder 9 [DMX IN] DMX input, designed as XLR panel plug, 3-pin 10 [DMX OUT] DMX output, designed as XLR panel socket, 3-pin WLS-DMX Pro G5...
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Page 26: Operating
Operating Operating Switching operating mode of transmitter / receiver Press the button to toggle transmitter and receiver. If the [TX] LED lights up after releasing the button for switching transmitter and receiver, the unit is configured as transmitter. If the [RX] LED lights up after releasing the button for switching transmitter and receiver, the unit is configured as receiver. - Page 27 Operating Establishing connection if the device operates as a transmitter Make sure that the receivers to be connected to do not have an active connection to another transmitter. Press the button [FUNCTION] briefly on the transmitter. The [LINK] LEDs on transmitter and receiver flash fast, the connection is being established.
- Page 28 Operating Switching G5/G4S modes Hold down [FUNCTION] until the [LINK] and [DATA] LEDs flash alternating. Press [FUNCTION] again to select G5 or G4S mode. ð If the [MODE] LED does not light up the device is in G5 mode. If the [MODE] LED lights up the device is in G4S mode.
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Page 29: Technical Specifications
Technical specifications Technical specifications Input connections Voltage supply Lockable input socket (Power Twist TR1) DMX control 1 × XLR panel plug, 3-pin Output connections DMX control 1 × XLR panel socket, 3-pin Frequency band 2.4 GHz Range (outdoors) 500 m Operating supply voltage 230 V 50 Hz... - Page 30 Technical specifications Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing transceiver...
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Page 31: Plug And Connection Assignments
Plug and connection assignments Plug and connection assignments Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment so that a perfect light experience is guaranteed. Please take our tips, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into a socket, the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller, a short circuit or ‘just’... -
Page 32: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting NOTICE! Possible data transmission errors For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐ nary microphone cables. Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli‐ fiers. In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. - Page 33 Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy No response to the DMX con‐ 1. Check the power supply of transmitter and receiver. troller 2. Make sure that transmitter and receiver are operating in the same frequency range. 3. Check the DMX connectors and cables for proper con‐ nection.
- Page 34 5. Interference can also be caused by other radio or in- ear systems. If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. transceiver...
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Page 35: Protecting The Environment
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling. - Page 36 Notes transceiver...
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- Page 40 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...
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